Learn about Geriatric / Elder Care Managers. Professional geriatric care managers are employed by individuals or family members to assess, coordinate, and monitor services for seniors, elderly, and disabled individuals. Care managers are liaisons to family members, doctors, banks, and community resources. They specialize in working with seniors and aging persons. Often they refer themselves as Care Managers for Older Adults.

Elder Care Managers customize their services to meet the needs of their client and family members. They can assist with finding housing, financial advisement, and legal services. They are familiar with the needed services in your area.

A pediatric care manager assists parents in finding and coordinating the services for a special needs child. If you need help with managing the complex needs of a child, ask the care manager if thy also specialize with pediatrics.